The Ken Oden Collection of African and African American Photography and Ephemera
August 23-24, 2010
 
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LOT 988
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Lot 988
A COLLECTION OF TEN BLACK RELATED MATCHBOOKS early to mid 20th century, all better quality including a large Joe Louis vs. Max Schmeling Biggest Match Yet with illustration on interior for 1936 Buick Automobiles, A Hotel Whitcomb with figural porter matchsticks, a die-cut novelty lobster house, a Sad Sam erotic novelty, Dinah's Shack with mammy printed sticks and others. Largest 3.5 inches x 4.25 inches. Good to excellent condition.
Estimate:  $100 - 200  
Price Realized: $60.00
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